Am I normal? Am I stable? Am I capable?
Am I normal? Am I stable? Am I capable? These may seem like the wonderings of an insecure teenager; however, they are in fact three [...]
An open letter to Project Sponsors of Lean Six Sigma Green Belts
The role of Lean Six Sigma Sponsor is a significant one. Although not directly involved, their input, commitment, and support can be the difference between [...]
Do you have a problem with problems?
It seems many of us have a problem with problems. This came to light most recently when I was delivering Lean Six Sigma training in [...]
Lean Six Sigma projects: It’s all a matter of priorities
Having been a Lean Six Sigma coach for many years, I’ve heard all the excuses possible for poor project success: “I haven’t had time to [...]
Are you implementing solutions or solving problems?
Is your company great at implementing solutions? Do you work tirelessly to come up with next brilliant solution, or maybe you’re on the front line [...]
A leadership model to become a model leader
Even in good times, managing others can be difficult. The role gets even harder when times are tough; implementing unpopular policies, making significant changes, or [...]
The human side of change management
Change is an inevitable fact of life. We know that we must grow and develop alongside change, but it isn't always easy to accept. It [...]
Playing the developer’s game: Revitalise your CI programme
Recently, we’ve been promoting the power of gaming to reinvigorate learning. We have explored gamification and eLearning, and found the impressive facts and figures to [...]
Gamification: Changing the game in education
The battle of parent versus computer games has become a regular occurrence in homes the world over and, as the Xbox reigns supreme, homework is [...]
5 reasons why you should consider simulating your processes
How many organisations are problem-free, have no issues with quality, delivery, customer feedback or cost control? How many organisations suffer no growing pains? How many [...]